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Savannah tennis begins season aiming for state championship after strong year

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 12:33 AM

Last updated Sep 15, 2026

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Summary

Savannah tennis, under head coach Kelly Jones, starts the 2026 season strong with three wins in four matchups and a team championship at the Benton tournament. The team, featuring all-state sophomore Billie Hare, aims to improve upon last year's Class 2 finish. Key players include seniors Natalie Farrell and junior Scarlet Jones, along with new addition Tess Courtney, who has shown promise early in the season. The program has risen through four consecutive district championships and looks to maintain momentum against tough competition this year.

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By the Numbers

•Savannah tennis has won three of four early-season matches.
•Billie Hare leads the team, earning all-state honors last season.
•The team features key returners and promising new players.
•Coach Kelly Jones aims to secure another district championship.
•Strong team chemistry is emphasized by senior Natalie Farrell.

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12:33 AMYahoo Sports — Fall Sports: Savannah tennis looks to build upon last year’s 2nd place finish

What they're saying

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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Four straight district championships, a conference coach of the year, an all-stater and a Class 2 finish. That’s what Savannah tennis has to work with this year. The resume speaks for itself, Savannah head coach Kelly Jones has built the program from the ground up, building on the foundation of her father before her. “I don’t really feel like it’s a target ...
— Yahoo Sports

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